Emon Jacorey Johnson, a 28-year-old male of African American ethnicity from Port Arthur, Texas, tragically passed away on November 22, 2020. He was born on June 6, 1992, and was well-known and loved by his family and friends. Johnson was fatally shot at the Louis Manor Apartments in Port Arthur, Texas, late Sunday night. The incident occurred around 11:07 p.m. when an officer patrolling the area heard several gunshots coming from inside the complex.
Upon arriving at the scene, the officer found Johnson unresponsive on the sidewalk with multiple gunshot wounds to his upper torso. Despite being rushed to a Southeast Texas hospital, Johnson succumbed to his injuries.
The Port Arthur Police Department's Major Crime Team launched an investigation into Johnson's death. On the following day, Anthony Paul Petry, a 25-year-old male, was arrested and charged with murder in connection with Johnson's death. Petry was taken into custody and booked at the Jefferson County Correctional Facility. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward and provide anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers of Southeast Texas.
The community has been deeply affected by this tragic event, and efforts are ongoing to bring justice for Emon Jacorey Johnson. The case remains a focal point for the Port Arthur Police Department as they continue to gather evidence and pursue all leads related to the shooting.
